Interchangeable glass rack for pickup trucks

作者: Calvin B. Mays

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关键词: Structural engineeringRack unitHorizontal pitchBase (geometry)RackPickupRowTruckEngineeringFlat glass

摘要: The preferred embodiment discloses a rack for transporting heavy plate glass, said being designed to be removably mounted on any General Motors, Chrysler or Ford pickup truck. is composed of two upstanding rows A-frames, one positioned over each side panel the bed Each row A-frames rigidly connected integral unit. Horizontal support members, typically formed square tubing, are permanently affixed base and apex A-frame. When assembled, truck stabilized in an upright fashion by stakes which plug into receptacles provided In addition stakes, adjustable horizontal jack extended from A-frame interior wall provide additional support. distance between spanned series elevated beams, constructed A-frames. glass thus disclosed can easily disassembled removing beams loosening jacks, allowing removal transfer another storage without necessity cutting torches, saws welding machines.

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